{"id":1337,"date":"2017-07-07T22:48:46","date_gmt":"2017-07-07T22:48:46","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/lbpost.com\/articles\/life\/pets\/pet-projects-thank-you-live-love-rescue-animal-care-services-and-a-bunch-of-generous-foster-families\/"},"modified":"2017-07-07T22:48:46","modified_gmt":"2017-07-07T22:48:46","slug":"pet-projects-thank-you-live-love-rescue-animal-care-services-and-a-bunch-of-generous-foster-families","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lbpost.com\/esd\/hi-lo\/pets\/pet-projects-thank-you-live-love-rescue-animal-care-services-and-a-bunch-of-generous-foster-families","title":{"rendered":"Thank You, Live Love Rescue, Animal Care Services, and a Bunch of Generous Foster Families!"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Please send any Long Beach or Seal Beach pet-related events or projects to\u00a0pets@lbpost.com<\/a>. Posting subject to approval.<\/p>\n

Virtually Pets<\/h1>\n

The new Foster the Fourth effort (see \u201cFoster the Fourth: Team Effort for a Safe Holiday for Pets<\/a>\u201d)\u00a0devised by Live Love Animal Rescue<\/a>\u00a0and Long Beach Animal Care Services<\/a> was by all accounts a success.<\/p>\n

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\u201cIn total, 21 will have gone out for Foster the 4th with LBACS\u2014several are not going back!\u201d said Live Love\u2019s cofounder Emily Ghosh. \u201cAlso, Live Love and participating rescue volunteers intercepted eight more\u2014I think that’s our final count for today\u2014that we are working to reunite with possible owners before having to surrender to the shelter or welcome into rescue. We also need fosters past the two-week mark [of the Foster the Fourth\u2019s program].<\/p>\n

According to ACS Manager Ted Stevens, 3,025 dogs were impounded in 2016, with an average of about eight dogs per day over five days. During the July 4 season, between July 2 and July 6, there were 81 dog impounds, with 10 owner surrenders. Of the impounds, 25 were returned to the owners. This year, the impound level has been 1,321 dogs through June, on an average of about seven per day over five days. At fireworks season, there were 56 dogs impounded, with seven being owner surrender. There were 20 owner returns, which may reflect the lower number of impounded dogs. Pet owners may be getting the clue, but staff and volunteers also deserve praise.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe ACS clerks handling the phone calls and Animal Control Officers in the field worked together tirelessly in a coordinated effort to help reunite lost pets in the field rather than bringing them back to the shelter,\u201d Stevens said. \u201cOnly one dog had to be brought back to the shelter on July 4.\u201d<\/p>\n

The shelter\u2019s efforts to bring pets and new owners together takes a neat twist this summer. The shelter\u2019s new mobile pet-adoption van (see \u201cComing to an Event Near You<\/a>\u201d) will be present at this summer\u2019s events at the parks. See Mark Your Calendars for dates and locations.<\/p>\n

Ghosh also stressed the serious need for long-term fosters as well as fosters and adopters in general to avoid having to return them to the shelter. Here are two of them from her rescue; to adopt or foster, email Emily at woof@liveloveanimalrescue.org<\/a> or fill out an adoption application, available here<\/a>.<\/p>\n

\"Capolin\"<\/p>\n

Capolin<\/strong>, a German shepherd\/greater Swiss mountain dog mix, is a high energy, playful and goofy dog who will keep you giggling all day. He\u2019d do best in an active home that can take him on long walks (the beach is optional!), hike the trails, and teach him lots of fun tricks! He bonds to his person quickly and can become protective, so we recommend a home that can continue training with him! What a great opportunity to learn and bond with a dog who loves so strongly! Lucky for you, he has already gotten a head start with professional training while in rescue! He\u2019s housetrained and neutered but isn\u2019t good with cats or other dogs. But if you’re looking for a smart, loyal companion, Capolin is the guy for you.<\/p>\n

\"LeeRoy\"<\/p>\n

Hey! Leroy!<\/strong> Leroy is a playful American Staffie\/terrier mix who listens well. He\u2019s been neutered and needs to be the only guy in the house besides his adult humans\u2014no kids, cats or other dogs. Leroy still needs some guidance and training, but he\u2019s smart and a fast learner! He loves to play with his ball and other toys, and doesn’t mind the water. He will make a sweet companion for someone who is willing to put in some time to work with him. Leroy will be your best friend forever!<\/p>\n

ACS has these two who are waiting to go home permanently. ACS is located at 7700 East Spring Street, Long Beach, at the entrance to El Dorado Park. No parking fee for shelter guests.<\/p>\n

\"Old\"Thai<\/p>\n

Old Joe<\/strong>\u00a0(ID# A586410) is known as the coolest dog at the shelter and definitely deserves a cool pad to live in! He bonds instantly with people who show him love, and he\u2019s an easy-going guy with people. He puts a smile on the faces of volunteers and visitors alike. He\u2019s a senior at age 7, and you know what that means\u2014a $20 adoption fee and a $25 gift certificate toward a meal at Thai Silk!<\/p>\n

\"Horton<\/p>\n

Meet\u00a0Horton<\/strong> (A587143)! He\u2019s a 2-year-old pittie whom we told you about before. He came into ACS with a foot laceration, abrasions on his feet and scrotum, paw pads so worn that they resembled old shoes left in the rain, and a broken tibia. He deserves a break of a different kind. The medical team, whom he visited frequently, observed him to be shy at first but compliant during his visit. He\u2019s now a sweet, quiet boy, nonreactive to cats and Whos, when he hears them. Can you provide a loving home to a doggie who\u2019s been through Heaven knows what?<\/p>\n

Mark Your Calendars (the People Way)<\/h1>\n

\"Litle<\/p>\n

Saving Orphaned Kittens Workshop<\/strong><\/p>\n

Friday, July 7, 6:00PM\u20137:300PM, Pet Food Express, 4220 Long Beach Boulevard, Long Beach<\/strong><\/p>\n

Free<\/strong><\/p>\n

The Little Lion Foundation<\/a> and Helen Sanders CatPAWS<\/a> are continuing their mission of engaging the community in saving the lives of orphaned kittens through bottle feeding and related care practices for very young kittens, under 8 weeks old. If you encounter abandoned kittens, this workshop is for you. Kitten-care kits are provided by Long Beach Animal Care Services<\/a> through a donation by CatPAWS. Note: Unless you find kittens in trash cans or other locations where [expletive mentally deleted] may dump them, be sure to keep watch for a few hours. The mothers sometimes leave the babies alone in order to find food.<\/strong><\/p>\n

\"Mooncat\"<\/strong><\/p>\n

Moon Cat Caf\u00e9 Fund-Raiser for Helen Sanders CatPAWS<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

Saturday, July 8, noon\u20135:00PM, Petco, 6500 Pacific Coast Highway and 2nd<\/sup> Street, Long Beach<\/strong><\/p>\n

$12 per person, including coffee, one pastry, a coaster and a visit with the cats (while supplies last); adoption fees apply for the cats<\/strong><\/p>\n

Stop for the cats, and stay for the coffee. Or is it vice versa? No matter\u2014the coffee\u2019s great, the pastries are great, and the cats are really <\/i>great. And just like the coffee and the pastry, qualified adopters can take a kitty home!<\/p>\n

\"Geeks<\/p>\n

Quiz for a Cause with Geeks Who Drink<\/strong><\/p>\n

Sunday, July 9, 3:00PM\u20136:00PM, Congregation Ale House, 201 East Broadway, Long Beach<\/strong><\/p>\n

$5 entry fee; menu prices also apply<\/strong><\/p>\n

This is a heck of a lot of fun! Unlike the classic trivia game, this is a multimedia contest between teams whose questions go far beyond \u201cHow many dogs played Lassie?\u201d They call it trivia for nerds, but on this night, it\u2019ll also be for cats and dogs at spcaLA. There\u2019ll be a cash prize for the winning team, and the rest of the purse will go to the pets!<\/p>\n

\"Truck<\/p>\n

Summer Events with Shelter Pets!<\/strong><\/p>\n

Tuesday, July 11\u2013Thursday, August 24, Band events\u2019 van arrival at approximately 4:30PM, Movies in the Park\u2019s van arrival at approximately 6:00PM. See schedule for locations.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Events are free; adoption fees apply (senior pets are discounted at $20!)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Don\u2019t you love previews of coming attractions? At this year\u2019s Summer Events at our parks and beaches, you can preview our pets and make room for some of them in your home! ACS\u2019s new mobile vehicle will be attending all of these events before they start and leave when they begin. A heads-up\u2014and a tails up\u2014for you!<\/strong><\/p>\n

Municipal Band events start at 6:30-Van will arrive around 4:30-5:00pm<\/strong><\/p>\n

Movies in the Park start at Dusk (approximately 8:00pm)-Van will arrive around 6-6:30pm<\/strong><\/p>\n

Van is estimated to leave when the event starts.<\/strong><\/p>\n

July Events<\/strong><\/p>\n

7\/11\u2014Tuesday\u2014Whaley Park, 5620 E Atherton St, Long Beach (Muni Band)<\/p>\n

7\/20\u2014Thursday\u2014Marine Stadium, 5255 E Paoli Way, Long Beach (Muni Band)<\/p>\n

7\/24\u2014Monday\u2014Drake Park, 951 Maine Avenue, Long Beach (Movie in the Park)<\/p>\n

7\/28\u2014Friday\u2014Houghton Park, 6301 Myrtle Avenue, Long Beach (Movie in the Park)<\/p>\n

7\/31\u2014Monday\u2014Ernie McBride Park, 1550 Martin Luther King, Jr. Avenue, (Movie in the Park)<\/p>\n

August Events<\/strong><\/p>\n

8\/1\u2014Tuesday\u2014Signal Hill, 2175 Cherry Avenue, Signal Hill (National Night Out)<\/p>\n

8\/4\u2014Friday\u2014El Dorado Park, 2800 N Studebaker Road, Long Beach (Muni Band)<\/p>\n

8\/10\u2014Thursday\u2014Bixby Park, 130 Cherry Avenue, Long Beach (Movie in the Park)<\/p>\n

8\/18\u2014Friday\u2014Silverado Park, 1545 W 31st Street, Long Beach (Movie in the Park)<\/p>\n

8\/24\u2014Scherer Park, 430 E 49th Street, Long Beach (Movie in the Park)<\/p>\n

\"Pizza--Photo<\/p>\n

PizzaRev Fund-Raiser for spcaLA<\/strong><\/p>\n

Wednesday, July 12, 11:00AM\u201310:00PM, PizzaRev, Long Beach Towne Center, 7551B Carson Boulevard, Long Beach<\/strong><\/p>\n

Menu prices apply<\/strong><\/p>\n

Instead of giving up a meal to help someone, have one and help! Build your pizza at PizzaRev, and 20 percent (wow!) of the bill will be donated to help the homeless shelter pets of spcaLA.<\/p>\n

\"Fix\"Hope<\/p>\n

Fix Long Beach Free Spay\/Neuter Clinic<\/strong><\/p>\n

Saturday, July 15, 7:30AM\u20134:00PM, Houghton Park, 6500 Atlantic Avenue (near Jordan High), Long Beach<\/strong><\/p>\n

Free to qualifying residents; free microchips; low-cost shots ($10 each); $10 flea med doses<\/strong><\/p>\n

The grassroots free spay\/neuter organization<\/strong> Fix Long Beach invites you to make an appointment for your unfixed dog, or get vouchers for free procedures for your dog or cat! These clinics are generously sponsored through Hope for Paws and Eldad Hagar<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Visit this link<\/a> for qualifications and an application for your appointment. There is also a donation button to help Fix Long Beach continue their efforts. Click the organization\u2019s Amazon Wish List link<\/a> to donate items, or bring them to the event if you find a better deal!<\/p>\n

Let\u2019s continue to help make Long Beach no kill, one pet at a time!<\/p>\n

\"2016<\/p>\n

22nd<\/sup> Annual Wienerschnitzel Wiener Nationals<\/strong><\/p>\n

Saturday, July 22, 6:30PM\u20139:30PM, Los Alamitos Race Course, 4961 Katella Avenue, Los Alamitos<\/strong><\/p>\n

$3 for adults; free for kids 17 and under<\/strong><\/p>\n

Julie Woods\u2019s Darcy, 2016 Wienerschnitzel Champion. Photo courtesy of Los Alamitos Race Course<\/i><\/strong><\/p>\n

Herding cats is nothing when it comes to getting dachshunds to race along a course\u2014but that\u2019s the fun of it all! This oft-hilarious event features one qualifying race, 10 trials, one specialty \u201cbig\u201d versus little match and, of course, the grand championship at the end. Each trial winner will receive $100, and the champ will get a bunch of prizes, including a $1,000 award\u2014that\u2019s a lot of grain-free kibble! Come early, because this event is very popular, and general admission fills up quickly! No ice chests, and no dogs allowed at event except for the racing guys. Best of all, all proceeds go to Seal Beach Animal Care Center<\/a>. Visit the Wiener Nationals website<\/a> for more info!<\/p>\n

\"spcaLA\"<\/p>\n

spcaLA July Foster Class<\/strong><\/p>\n

Saturday, July 22; 10:00AM\u2013noon, spcaLA PD Pitchford Companion Animal Village and Education Center, 7700 East Spring Street, Long Beach<\/strong><\/p>\n

Free event\u2014spcaLA provides all the supplies. Foster parents provide the home and the TLC.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Want to help pets? Become a foster parent by submitting an application and attending a foster class. Application available here<\/a>. Please call\u00a0323-730-5300 x300<\/a>\u00a0for more info. We can\u2019t do it without you!<\/p>\n

\"FOLBA<\/p>\n

\u2018Guys and Dolls\u2019 Fund-Raiser for FOLBA<\/strong><\/p>\n

Thursday, July 27, 6:30PM\u2013approximately 11PM, Long Beach Playhouse,5021 East Anaheim Street, Long Beach<\/strong><\/p>\n

$30; includes play and reception<\/strong><\/p>\n

We\u2019re willing to gamble that you\u2019ll enjoy yourself at this production of the Tony Award-winning musical Guys and Dolls<\/i>! Talk about a winning trifecta: a reception that includes tasty finger foods and Ralph Brunson\u2019s expert tickles of the ivories; a production of Damon Runyon\u2019s classic show of mugs, hot tomatoes and playing the ponies; and the donation of all that lettuce to Friends of Long Beach Animals (FOLBA<\/a>), Long Beach\u2019s most venerable animal-welfare charity! No sucker\u2019s bet that you\u2019ll have a whoopee of a time!<\/p>\n

\"Cat<\/p>\n

Pet Adoption Event at PFE<\/strong><\/p>\n

Saturday, August 5, 11:00AM\u20133:00PM, Pet Food Express, 4220 Long Beach Boulevard, Long Beach<\/strong><\/p>\n

Adoption fees apply<\/strong><\/p>\n

Find your new BFF and everything that he or she could ever want or need, in one place. Long Beach Animal Care Services<\/a> (ACS)\u00a0and other rescues will be bringing some wonderful dogs ready to go home with their new people. Everything is high quality at Pet Food Express, and that includes the adoptive pets! Check out the Cat Adoption Center, featuring fine felines from Long Beach Animal Care Services and Stray Cat Alliance.<\/p>\n

Ongoing<\/h1>\n

Free Pet Food Distributions<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u00a0\"BEacon<\/p>\n

Papa, a big \u201cteddy bear\u2019 of a dog, sits with his human in Ashlee\u2019s Pet Care station at Beacon for Him.<\/i><\/p>\n

<\/i>Beacon for Him <\/strong><\/a>has extended an outreach for people experiencing homelessness and their pets. Pet food, primarily dog food, is available at their facility at 439 West Anaheim Street, Mondays from 9:00AM to noon and Saturdays from noon to 3:00PM. A dog-washing station with a stainless-steel tub is also available onsite at these hours. Donations and supplies such as shampoo, flea control and, of course, pet food are always gratefully accepted.<\/p>\n

\"Pet<\/p>\n

The Pet Food Bank<\/strong> is sponsored by Christian Outreach in Action<\/a>. COA is located at 515 E 3rd St, Long Beach. Hours are Thursday from 9:00AM to 11:00AM.<\/p>\n

\u00a0\"Shelter<\/p>\n

Shelter-Enrichment Supplies Needed for ACS Dogs!<\/strong><\/p>\n

Drop-off: Wednesdays through Fridays, 10:00AM\u20135:30PM and Saturdays and Sundays, 10:00AM\u20134:00PM, 7700 East Spring Street, Long Beach<\/strong><\/p>\n

Individual donations requested<\/strong><\/p>\n

ACS is continuing our kennel enrichment activities for our canine\u00a0guests here and could use so more donations (there are plenty for the cats!). Here is what\u2019s needed:<\/p>\n